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Reviews of Agora Guesthouse

Akbiyik Cad Amiral Tafdil sok NO:6 Sultanahmet, Fatih, 34122 Istanbul, Turkey

#138 of 2,492 hotels in Istanbul

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 523 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    9.0
    staff, location and breakfast excellent (area, food is expensive); Room downstairs, climb stairs
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Room downstairs, you climb 4 stairs to the cafe; wifi failed a few times

    Great staff, excellent location, good breakfast (in this area, food is expensive)

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyable accomodation in the center of Istanbul
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A nice accommodation within walking distance to the major locations in Istanbul. Breakfast inlcuded with affordable options for lunch and dinner, while receptionist offers a lot of tips for eating out as well. Great rooftop terrace.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    Had a good stay, would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There were some stains on my bedsheets when I first got there but once mentioned, was quick to be given another set

    Breakfast was great, and personal lockers were provided. The location was central and it was very easy to get around. They had a list of restaurants and places to visit ready for you which was helpful as well! Bathroom was big enough that it felt comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    8.0
    Generally it was a pleasant stay. Reception staff were friendly and helpful. The terrace was comfortable place to read a
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The person who cleaned room did not clean the room washroom or sweep the floor the few days I was there. Only left water n towel in the room.

    The location was good. Had good restaurants nearby and far enough from the touristic hordes

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    WiFi wasn't working in the room, those motion detectors in the WC and in the shower always made the light go off at the very unnecessary moment

    Great location, comfortable bed, nice breakfast, friendly staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    10
    A lovely short break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All fine

    Welcoming and friendly. Fine with early check in for small fee and breakfast available on the terrace.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Great place to stay at a fair price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Economy Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, really.

    The staff was really helpful and welcoming. They recommended great places to eat and visit. Breakfast was delicious and with a fair amount of options.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    10
    Super cool place, I wasn’t expecting that much, even the breakfast was fabulous, professional service and perfect locati
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That those old people made noises than the young, early in the morning the turned the lights on completely, they talked a lot without taking in consideration the others passengers. I’ll put a sign saying respect others people rest time…

    The hostel is amazing, it has an amazing terrace on rooftop where you get the BF and you can chill. The view is amazing from the terrace and the staff is super nice. Bathroom and showers are clean and doesn’t smells.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommend this hotel.
    • Couple
    • Economy Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - Sound isolation was a bit problematic, but all in all, the one who is ‘light sleeper’ should be aware of this. Lucely we weren't one of these.

    - The location of the hotel was just perfect, near to the all main atractions - Sultanahmet, Aya Sofia etc., but in the quite street. - Rooftop view was really worth it, I specially liked it. - Staff was great, and really friendly - Room was clean, and for the given price it gave everything that is needed indeed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean, nice rooftop, good breakfast. The rooms were clean, some are in the basement but do have a window. WiFi is also working well everywhere.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    My locker didn’t work properly but I was too lazy to do anything about it :)

    Everything! The host is such a nice person and the stuff are lovely people too. Location is just perfect. The very heart of the old town but quiet street. Fantastic and affordable food, awesome free breakfast! And the view from the rooftop and the rooftop itself is the best in the area.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    We were sorry to leave and are sure to come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great

    Great place to stay in the heart of the old city. Nice room and very friendly staff!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    It was great location and staff are amazing! They are very helpful with all questions and kind with recommendations! So
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is amazing, staff are great!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good breakfast, nice personnel

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A special thank you to hosts Alper, Amy and Denis the lovely dog too. Alper was very helpful and he speaks English well. Great private room with plenty of space. Cook on the terrace makes good reasonably priced food. Fantastic views of the Bosphorus and Istanbul skyline from the uppermost terrace. Great location in the old city.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Comfortable, relaxing and wonderful stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No

    Perfect location, less than 10 mins walk either to the blue mosque and Haigi Sophia Mosque or to Bosphorus strait, meanwhile is relatively quiet residential area. The host, hostess and staff are all super nice and helpful. The breakfast and lunch are delicious! It was wonderfully stay!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Friendly staff and clean rooms. Terrace is just amazing

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    1. Turkish breakfast so delicious 2.Staff so friendly, polite, and helpful 3. The location is very strategically

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    10
    Can’t find a better place than this one
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The staffs are very friendly, feels like home. The location is super good. I had two lunches in the hotel, it is much cheaper than outside.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Agora Guesthouse offers everything you could want for a few days in Istanbul.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    In the bathroom it could get a bit sloppy in the afternoon/evening with unnecessary water on the sink and floor. A squeegee could have been good to have available for guests to use.

    Agora is located a few 100 meters from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia, a parallel street to the tourist street where many bars and restaurants are located, but still peaceful and quiet. I stayed in a 10-bed mixed dormitory, and got the lowest bed exactly as I asked for at the time of reservation. Good breakfast on the top floor terrace, with a view of the rooftops and water, good service and friendly staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Great location, great staff, great hotel!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly and helpful staff. The ladies serving the breakfast are absolutely incredible, kind and welcoming. Breakfast was great and changed a bit everyday. Location is just PERFECT, we couldn’t have asked for better. The cleaning lady was very nice too. The person at the reception was very flexible when I asked if I could do late check out and offered to keep the luggage as well. I highly recommend!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent hostel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff is very friendly and helpful. They make you feel welcome. And also Deniz(the dog) is very friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pay for towels and not having the best bathrooms and you should go 2 floors down to access.

    The beds are comfy and the curtains are a big plus. The terrace at the top and breakfast included was great and comfy. The dog is amazing.

    Stayed in March 2024

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